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B1 adjective #3,500 最常用 8分钟阅读

agudo/a

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解析 agudo/a in your Level:

At the A1 level, you only need to know 'agudo' in its most basic sensory contexts. You might encounter it when talking about a 'dolor agudo' (sharp pain) if you are at the doctor, or describing a 'sonido agudo' (high sound). At this stage, think of it as a way to describe things that are 'very strong' or 'high' in a specific, sharp way. Don't worry about the complex medical or geometric meanings yet. Focus on the fact that it ends in -o, so it changes to -a for feminine things (la voz aguda). It's a useful word for basic health descriptions and describing sounds you hear in everyday life.

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By A2, you should start using 'agudo' to describe physical characteristics and basic senses. You can use it to talk about an 'ángulo agudo' if you are doing basic math or design. You should also recognize it in the context of animals, like 'un perro tiene un oído agudo' (a dog has sharp hearing). You are beginning to see how 'agudo' isn't just about pain, but about how 'keen' or 'sensitive' a sense can be. You should also be able to distinguish it from 'grave' (low-pitched) when talking about music or voices. Practice using it to add detail to your descriptions of people and animals.

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At the B1 level, you are expected to use 'agudo' in more abstract and figurative ways. This includes describing someone's personality or intelligence. 'Es una persona muy aguda' means they are witty and clever. You should also understand the medical distinction between 'agudo' (acute/sudden) and 'crónico' (chronic). If you read a news article about an 'aguda crisis económica', you should understand that the crisis is intense and at a critical point. This is the level where 'agudo' becomes a tool for expressing nuance in social, medical, and intellectual contexts, moving beyond just simple physical descriptions.

At B2, you should have a firm grasp of 'agudo' in professional and technical contexts. You should be comfortable using it in academic or workplace discussions to describe 'análisis agudos' (sharp analyses) or 'problemas agudos' (acute problems). You should also know the grammatical term 'palabras agudas' (words stressed on the last syllable) and the rules associated with them. Your vocabulary should now include synonyms like 'perspicaz' or 'ingenioso', and you should know when 'agudo' is the better choice to emphasize the 'piercing' or 'intense' nature of a thought or situation. You can use it to describe subtle changes in tone or high-level medical conditions.

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At the C1 level, 'agudo' is a word you use to demonstrate stylistic range. You might use it in literary analysis to describe a 'crítica aguda' or in a formal report to describe an 'agravamiento agudo' (acute worsening) of a situation. You understand the historical and etymological roots (from Latin 'acutus') and how this influences its use in various Romance languages. You can use 'agudo' to describe almost imperceptible nuances in sound, smell, or logic. You also use it in idiomatic expressions and are aware of its placement for rhetorical effect, such as using it before a noun ('su aguda mirada') to give it a more poetic or emphatic quality.

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For C2 learners, 'agudo' is used with total precision across all domains. You can discuss the 'fase aguda' of a complex epidemiological model, the 'armónicos agudos' in a complex musical composition, or the 'agudeza' of a philosophical argument. You are aware of rare or archaic uses and can differentiate 'agudo' from highly specific synonyms like 'mordaz' (biting) or 'incisivo' (incisive) in a professional critique. You use the word to convey exact degrees of intensity, duration, and focus. At this level, 'agudo' is not just a word, but a precision instrument in your linguistic toolkit, used to carve out exact meanings in high-level discourse.

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agudo/a 30秒了解

Agudo means sharp, acute, or high-pitched depending on the context.
In medicine, it refers to sudden, intense symptoms rather than chronic ones.
In music, it describes high notes or treble sounds.
It can describe a clever person with a sharp wit or keen senses.

The Spanish word agudo (and its feminine form aguda) is a versatile adjective that fundamentally describes something that is sharp, pointed, or intense. While its most literal meaning refers to physical sharpness—like the point of a needle—its application in the Spanish language extends far beyond the physical realm into medicine, music, geometry, and psychology. Understanding 'agudo' requires recognizing that it always implies a high degree of intensity or a narrow, focused point of impact. Whether you are describing a sudden pain, a high-pitched voice, or a person with a razor-sharp wit, 'agudo' is your go-to descriptor for anything that pierces through the ordinary.

Physical Sharpness: In a literal sense, it describes objects with a fine point. While 'afilado' is usually preferred for blades (like knives), 'agudo' is used for points (like a thorn or a needle). In geometry, an 'ángulo agudo' is any angle measuring less than 90 degrees, literally a 'sharp' corner.

El arquitecto diseñó un edificio con un ángulo muy agudo en la fachada.

Medical Context: This is perhaps the most common professional use. In medicine, 'agudo' refers to a condition that has a sudden onset and a short, severe duration. This is the direct opposite of 'crónico' (chronic), which implies a long-term, persistent condition. A 'dolor agudo' is a sharp, stabbing pain that demands immediate attention.

Sensory and Mental Sharpness: When applied to senses, it means highly developed or keen. A dog has an 'olfato agudo' (sharp sense of smell). When applied to people, 'agudo' describes someone who is witty, clever, or perspicacious. An 'ingenio agudo' belongs to someone who can make quick, intelligent observations or jokes that 'cut' to the heart of the matter.

Su comentario fue tan agudo que dejó a todos en silencio por un momento.

In the realm of acoustics, 'agudo' is the antonym of 'grave'. It refers to high-pitched sounds, like a soprano's voice or a whistle. If you are adjusting the equalizer on your car stereo, the 'treble' settings are referred to as 'los agudos'. This multifaceted nature makes 'agudo' a high-frequency word across many domains of Spanish life, from the clinic to the concert hall.

Using 'agudo' correctly involves paying close attention to both gender agreement and the specific context of the noun it modifies. As an adjective ending in -o, it changes to 'aguda' when describing feminine nouns. Its placement—whether before or after the noun—can also subtly shift the emphasis, though it most commonly follows the noun in standard descriptive Spanish.

Describing Physical Sensations: When describing pain, 'agudo' usually follows the noun. Example: 'Tengo un dolor agudo en la rodilla' (I have a sharp pain in my knee). Here, it specifies the nature of the sensation.

La enfermera notó que el paciente sufría una crisis aguda de asma.

Describing Sounds and Music: In music, 'agudo' describes high notes. 'Las notas agudas son difíciles de cantar' (The high notes are hard to sing). Notice how 'agudas' agrees with the feminine plural 'notas'.

Describing Intelligence and Wit: When you want to praise someone's mental clarity, you might say 'Tiene una mente aguda' (She has a sharp mind). In this context, it functions similarly to 'keen' or 'insightful' in English.

El detective tenía un sentido de la observación muy agudo.

Remember that 'agudo' can also be used figuratively to describe social or economic situations. A 'problema agudo' is a problem that has reached a critical, intense point. It suggests that the situation is no longer just a background issue but has become a 'sharp' crisis requiring immediate intervention. Always ensure your gender and number agreement are perfect: 'problemas agudos' (masculine plural) vs 'voces agudas' (feminine plural).

You will encounter 'agudo' in a surprisingly wide array of daily life scenarios in Spanish-speaking countries. It is not just a literary word; it is a functional tool for specialists and laypeople alike. From the doctor's office to the recording studio, 'agudo' provides a specific nuance that other words like 'fuerte' (strong) or 'intenso' (intense) cannot quite capture.

In the Hospital (El Hospital): Doctors and nurses use 'agudo' constantly to categorize illnesses. If you go to the ER with 'apendicitis aguda', it means the inflammation is sudden and severe. You'll hear medical staff asking: '¿Es un dolor sordo o agudo?' (Is it a dull or sharp pain?).

El paciente ingresó con un cuadro agudo de deshidratación.

In Music and Audio (Música y Sonido): Musicians use 'agudo' to talk about pitch. A violin is known for its 'notas agudas'. If you're listening to a podcast and the voice sounds too 'thin' or 'piercing', you might say 'Tiene demasiados agudos'.

In Intellectual Circles (Círculos Intelectuales): In debates or literary criticism, 'agudo' is a high compliment. To call a critic 'agudo' means they see what others miss. It implies a 'sharp' eye for detail and a 'sharp' tongue for expression.

Su análisis de la situación política fue extremadamente agudo.

Finally, in nature documentaries or discussions about animals, you'll hear about 'vista aguda' (sharp eyesight) or 'oído agudo' (sharp hearing). Predators are often described by the 'agudeza' (sharpness) of their senses. This word is essential for moving beyond basic descriptions and into the realm of precise, professional, and evocative Spanish.

While 'agudo' is a common word, its specific meanings in different contexts can lead to some frequent errors for English speakers. Most of these mistakes stem from direct translation or a lack of nuance regarding which 'kind' of sharpness is being discussed.

Agudo vs. Afilado: This is the #1 mistake. In English, we use 'sharp' for both a needle and a knife. In Spanish, 'agudo' is for a point (like a needle), while 'afilado' is for an edge (like a razor). If you say 'un cuchillo agudo', a native speaker will understand you, but it sounds like the knife has a sharp tip rather than a sharp blade.

Incorrecto: El cuchillo está muy agudo.
Correcto: El cuchillo está muy afilado.

Confusing Agudo with Grave: In music and medicine, these are opposites. In English, 'grave' can mean 'serious'. In Spanish music, 'grave' means low-pitched. If you try to say a situation is 'sharp' (intense) but use 'grave', you are actually saying it is 'serious/heavy'. While a 'problema agudo' is intense and sudden, a 'problema grave' is serious and potentially life-threatening.

Gender Agreement Errors: Because 'agudo' is often used in medical terms like 'crisis' (feminine) or 'fase' (feminine), learners often forget to change it to 'aguda'. Always check the noun: 'La fase aguda del virus' NOT 'La fase agudo'.

La aguda observación de la niña sorprendió a sus padres.

Lastly, don't confuse 'agudo' with 'rápido' (fast). While an 'ingenio agudo' is quick, 'agudo' focuses on the depth and piercing nature of the thought, not just the speed. Stick to 'agudo' when you want to emphasize precision and intensity.

Spanish is rich with adjectives that describe intensity and sharpness. Knowing when to swap 'agudo' for a synonym will make your Spanish sound more natural and sophisticated. Depending on whether you're talking about a physical object, a feeling, or a person's character, there's often a more specific word available.

Agudo vs. Perspicaz: Both mean 'sharp' in a mental sense. However, 'perspicaz' is more specifically about 'insight'—the ability to see through things. 'Agudo' has a more 'cutting' or 'witty' edge. Use 'perspicaz' for a wise mentor and 'agudo' for a satirical comedian.

Es un observador perspicaz de la naturaleza humana.

Agudo vs. Intenso: 'Intenso' is a broad term for anything strong. 'Agudo' is a specific type of intensity—one that is localized and 'piercing'. A 'calor intenso' (intense heat) covers everything, but a 'dolor agudo' (sharp pain) hits a specific spot with high force.

Agudo vs. Punzante: 'Punzante' comes from 'punzar' (to prick/sting). It is often used as a synonym for 'agudo' when describing pain or criticism that 'stings'. 'Un dolor punzante' is almost identical to 'un dolor agudo', but 'punzante' emphasizes the action of being pricked.

Sus palabras fueron punzantes y llenas de sarcasmo.

Other alternatives include 'fino' (for delicate sharpness, like 'oído fino') and 'sutil' (for sharpness that is not immediately obvious). By choosing the right word, you demonstrate a deep command of Spanish semantics.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The word 'acute' in English comes from the exact same Latin root, which is why 'acute angle' and 'ángulo agudo' sound so similar!

发音指南

UK /əˈɡuː.dəʊ/

US /əˈɡu.doʊ/

The stress is on the second syllable: a-GU-do.

押韵词

nudo escudo mudo pudo crudo sacudo menudo ayudo

常见错误

Pronouncing the 'g' like an English 'j' (it should be hard like 'go').
Over-stressing the first 'a'.
Making the 'd' too hard (it should be soft, almost like 'th' in 'this' when between vowels).
Forgetting to change it to 'aguda' for feminine nouns.
Confusing the pronunciation with 'ayuda' (help).

难度评级

阅读 3/5

Easy to recognize due to English cognate 'acute'.

写作 4/5

Requires careful gender and number agreement.

口语 3/5

Pronunciation is straightforward but requires soft 'd'.

听力 3/5

Clear sound, but context is key to meaning.

接下来学什么

前置知识

fuerte intenso punta dolor voz

接下来学习

afilado perspicaz grave crónico agudizar

高级

mordaz incisivo sagaz estridencia

需要掌握的语法

Adjective Agreement

El dolor agudo / Las voces agudas.

Accentuation of 'Palabras Agudas'

Café, camión, sofá (accented because they end in n, s, or vowel).

Adjective Placement

Normally follows the noun, but can precede it for poetic emphasis (su aguda mirada).

Comparison with 'más'

Este sonido es más agudo que el anterior.

Formation of Nouns

Agudo -> Agudeza.

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按水平分级的例句

Tengo un dolor agudo aquí.

I have a sharp pain here.

Agudo follows the noun 'dolor'.

La niña tiene una voz muy aguda.

The girl has a very high-pitched voice.

Aguda agrees with the feminine noun 'voz'.

Ese pájaro hace un sonido agudo.

That bird makes a high-pitched sound.

Agudo describes the masculine noun 'sonido'.

No me gustan los ruidos agudos.

I don't like high-pitched noises.

Plural agreement: ruidos agudos.

El médico dice que es algo agudo.

The doctor says it is something acute.

Used as a predicate adjective.

Usa una aguja aguda.

Use a sharp needle.

Aguda agrees with feminine 'aguja'.

El gato tiene un oído agudo.

The cat has a sharp sense of hearing.

Describes the masculine 'oído'.

Es un triángulo con un ángulo agudo.

It is a triangle with an acute angle.

Basic geometric usage.

Los perros tienen un olfato muy agudo.

Dogs have a very sharp sense of smell.

Agudo modifies 'olfato'.

La soprano cantó una nota muy aguda.

The soprano sang a very high note.

Aguda modifies 'nota'.

Este lápiz tiene la punta aguda.

This pencil has a sharp point.

Aguda modifies 'punta'.

Mi abuelo todavía tiene un oído agudo.

My grandfather still has sharp hearing.

Keen senses context.

El dolor se volvió más agudo por la noche.

The pain became sharper at night.

Comparative use with 'más'.

Dibuja un ángulo agudo en el papel.

Draw an acute angle on the paper.

Geometric instruction.

Su voz es más aguda que la mía.

Her voice is higher than mine.

Comparison of voice pitch.

La enfermedad está en su fase aguda.

The illness is in its acute phase.

Fase aguda (feminine agreement).

Es un escritor con un ingenio muy agudo.

He is a writer with a very sharp wit.

Ingenio agudo (figurative use).

Su observación fue muy aguda y acertada.

Her observation was very sharp and accurate.

Aguda modifies 'observación'.

Estamos sufriendo una falta aguda de recursos.

We are suffering from an acute lack of resources.

Aguda describing a crisis/deficiency.

El paciente tiene una infección aguda.

The patient has an acute infection.

Standard medical terminology.

Ella tiene un sentido del humor muy agudo.

She has a very sharp sense of humor.

Agudo modifies 'sentido del humor'.

El problema se ha vuelto especialmente agudo este mes.

The problem has become especially acute this month.

Adverbial phrase 'especialmente agudo'.

Necesitamos a alguien con una mente aguda para este trabajo.

We need someone with a sharp mind for this job.

Mente aguda (feminine agreement).

El silbato emitió un pitido agudo.

The whistle emitted a sharp beep.

Pitido agudo (masculine agreement).

Su análisis de la situación fue extremadamente agudo.

His analysis of the situation was extremely sharp.

Extremadamente agudo (intensifier).

La crisis económica entró en una fase aguda.

The economic crisis entered an acute phase.

Fase aguda (medical/economic metaphor).

En español, las palabras agudas llevan tilde si terminan en vocal.

In Spanish, 'aguda' words have an accent if they end in a vowel.

Grammatical terminology.

El perro tiene una percepción aguda de los cambios de ánimo.

The dog has a sharp perception of mood changes.

Percepción aguda (feminine agreement).

El violín destaca por sus registros más agudos.

The violin stands out for its higher registers.

Registros agudos (masculine plural).

Sufrió una insuficiencia respiratoria aguda.

He suffered from acute respiratory failure.

Technical medical phrase.

Es un crítico agudo que no perdona ni un error.

He is a sharp critic who doesn't forgive a single mistake.

Crítico agudo (professional description).

La falta de agua es un problema agudo en la región.

Water shortage is an acute problem in the region.

Problema agudo (masculine agreement).

Su prosa es aguda, llena de matices y sutilezas.

His prose is sharp, full of nuances and subtleties.

Literary description.

La agudeza de su razonamiento nos convenció a todos.

The sharpness of his reasoning convinced us all.

Noun form 'agudeza' used with 'agudo'.

El cuadro clínico presentaba un agravamiento agudo de los síntomas.

The clinical picture showed an acute worsening of symptoms.

Formal medical report style.

No podemos ignorar la aguda ironía de sus palabras.

We cannot ignore the sharp irony of his words.

Aguda placed before the noun for emphasis.

El detector es capaz de captar frecuencias extremadamente agudas.

The detector is capable of picking up extremely high frequencies.

Scientific/Technical usage.

Su mirada aguda parecía traspasar la superficie de las cosas.

His sharp gaze seemed to pierce the surface of things.

Poetic/Literary use.

Se trata de una distinción aguda entre dos conceptos similares.

It is a sharp distinction between two similar concepts.

Abstract logical usage.

El debate alcanzó un punto de tensión muy agudo.

The debate reached a very acute point of tension.

Metaphorical intensity.

La fenomenología del dolor agudo difiere de la del dolor crónico.

The phenomenology of acute pain differs from that of chronic pain.

Academic/Philosophical context.

El autor emplea un estilo agudo y mordaz para diseccionar la sociedad.

The author employs a sharp and biting style to dissect society.

Complex stylistic description.

Se observó una respuesta inmunitaria aguda ante el patógeno.

An acute immune response to the pathogen was observed.

High-level biological context.

Su percepción de las sutilezas lingüísticas es asombrosamente aguda.

His perception of linguistic subtleties is astonishingly sharp.

C2 level descriptive precision.

La orquestación resalta los timbres agudos de las maderas.

The orchestration highlights the high-pitched timbres of the woodwinds.

Technical musicology.

El conflicto se agudizó tras las declaraciones del mandatario.

The conflict sharpened (worsened) after the leader's statements.

Verb form 'agudizar' related to 'agudo'.

Existe una aguda discrepancia entre la teoría y la praxis.

There is a sharp discrepancy between theory and practice.

Formal academic contrast.

La agudeza visual se mide mediante la escala de Snellen.

Visual acuity is measured using the Snellen scale.

Scientific standard terminology.

常见搭配

dolor agudo

ángulo agudo

ingenio agudo

voz aguda

sentido agudo

crisis aguda

oído agudo

palabra aguda

fase aguda

mirada aguda

常用短语

ponerse agudo

— To become intense or to start being witty/sarcastic. Often used in social situations.

La situación se está poniendo aguda.

más agudo que una aguja

— To be extremely sharp or clever. A common simile.

Ese chico es más agudo que una aguja.

tener los sentidos agudos

— To be very alert and aware of one's surroundings.

En el bosque, hay que tener los sentidos agudos.

un problema agudo

— A problem that is very intense and needs immediate attention.

Es un problema agudo que requiere solución ya.

nota aguda

— A high musical note.

No llego a esa nota aguda.

acentuación aguda

— The rule regarding stress on the last syllable.

Repasamos la acentuación aguda en clase.

olfato agudo

— A keen sense of smell, often used for animals or detectives.

Tiene un olfato agudo para los negocios.

vista aguda

— Sharp eyesight.

Las águilas tienen una vista muy aguda.

crítico agudo

— A person who provides deep, sharp analysis.

Es el crítico más agudo del periódico.

perfil agudo

— A sharp or prominent profile/silhouette.

Tenía un perfil agudo y aristocrático.

容易混淆的词

agudo/a vs afilado

Afilado is for edges (knives), agudo is for points (needles) or intensity.

agudo/a vs grave

Grave is the opposite in music (low pitch) and medicine (long-term/serious).

agudo/a vs rápido

While an agudo mind is fast, agudo refers to the quality of the thought, not just speed.

习语与表达

"ser un agudo"

— To be a 'smart aleck' or someone who is constantly making clever, sometimes biting, remarks.

No seas tan agudo, que no hace gracia.

Informal

"aguzar el ingenio"

— To sharpen one's wits, usually to solve a difficult problem.

Tuvo que aguzar el ingenio para escapar.

Standard

"aguzar el oído"

— To listen very carefully, to perk up one's ears.

Aguzó el oído para escuchar la conversación.

Standard

"en lo más agudo"

— At the most intense point of something.

En lo más agudo de la tormenta, se fue la luz.

Literary

"agudo de entendimiento"

— Very quick to understand things; mentally sharp.

Es un niño muy agudo de entendimiento.

Formal

"caer en agudo"

— To end in a sharp point or to conclude a matter sharply.

El tejado cae en agudo.

Technical

"dar la nota aguda"

— To stand out, often by saying something very clever or controversial.

Siempre tiene que dar la nota aguda en las reuniones.

Informal

"agudo de lengua"

— To have a sharp tongue; to be prone to making biting remarks.

Ten cuidado con ella, es muy aguda de lengua.

Colloquial

"punto agudo"

— A critical or turning point.

Llegamos al punto agudo de la negociación.

Formal

"pasar por un trance agudo"

— To go through a very difficult or intense period.

Pasó por un trance agudo tras la pérdida.

Formal

容易混淆

agudo/a vs afilado

Both translate to 'sharp' in English.

Afilado is for cutting edges. Agudo is for points, sounds, and abstract intensity.

Cuchillo afilado vs. Dolor agudo.

agudo/a vs grave

Both describe serious things.

Grave means serious/heavy. Agudo means intense/sudden. In music, Grave is low, Agudo is high.

Voz grave vs. Voz aguda.

agudo/a vs obtuso

They are geometric opposites.

Agudo is < 90 degrees. Obtuso is > 90 degrees. Figuratively, agudo is smart, obtuso is slow-witted.

Ángulo agudo vs. Ángulo obtuso.

agudo/a vs perspicaz

Both mean mentally sharp.

Perspicaz is specifically about insight. Agudo can also mean witty or physically sharp.

Un detective perspicaz vs. Un chiste agudo.

agudo/a vs crónico

Medical opposites.

Agudo is sudden/short-term. Crónico is long-term/persistent.

Bronquitis aguda vs. Bronquitis crónica.

句型

Tengo un [Noun] agudo.

Tengo un dolor agudo.

El [Animal] tiene un [Sense] agudo.

El perro tiene un olfato agudo.

Es una persona con un [Trait] agudo.

Es una persona con un ingenio agudo.

La situación es [Adverb] aguda.

La situación es extremadamente aguda.

Su [Noun] es de una [Noun] aguda.

Su análisis es de una agudeza aguda.

Se manifiesta una [Technical Noun] aguda.

Se manifiesta una insuficiencia renal aguda.

[Palabra] es una palabra aguda.

Ratón es una palabra aguda.

El ángulo es [Adjective] y agudo.

El ángulo es pequeño y agudo.

词族

名词

agudeza

agudización

动词

agudizar

aguzar

形容词

agudo

aguzado

如何使用

frequency

High, especially in medical, musical, and educational contexts.

常见错误

Using 'agudo' for a sharp knife. → Un cuchillo afilado.
Agudo is for points and intensity; afilado is for cutting edges.
Saying 'una voz alta' for high pitch. → Una voz aguda.
Alta means loud or tall; aguda means high-pitched in terms of frequency.
Forgetting agreement: 'la crisis agudo'. → La crisis aguda.
Crisis is feminine, so the adjective must be 'aguda'.
Using 'agudo' to mean 'serious'. → Un problema grave.
Agudo means intense/sudden. Grave means serious. They are often used together but have different meanings.
Pronouncing 'agudo' with a 'j' sound. → Pronounce it with a hard 'g'.
The 'g' in 'agudo' is like the 'g' in 'gate'.

小贴士

Gender Agreement

Always check if the noun is feminine. Words like 'crisis' and 'fase' are feminine, so you must use 'aguda'.

Agudo vs Afilado

Use 'agudo' for needles and 'afilado' for knives. This is a classic learner mistake that is easy to fix.

Soft D

The 'd' in 'agudo' is between two vowels, so it should be soft. Don't hit it hard like an English 'd'.

Medical Use

If you go to a doctor in a Spanish-speaking country, use 'agudo' to describe a stabbing pain to get your point across clearly.

Palabras Agudas

Learning 'palabras agudas' will help you master Spanish accents. Remember: last syllable stress!

High Notes

When talking about music, 'agudo' is the standard word for high pitch. Don't use 'alto' for pitch; use 'agudo'.

Complimenting Wit

Calling a friend 'agudo' is a great way to praise their intelligence and humor in a sophisticated way.

Sense Sharpness

Use 'agudo' for keen senses. 'Oído agudo' or 'vista aguda' are the most natural ways to describe high sensitivity.

Poetic Placement

Try putting 'aguda' before the noun in writing (e.g., 'su aguda inteligencia') to sound more literary.

The Grave Opposite

Always remember that 'grave' is the opposite of 'agudo' in both music and medical/serious contexts.

记住它

记忆技巧

Think of a 'goo' (gu) that is 'a' bit 'do'-ngerous because it's so sharp. A-GU-DO.

视觉联想

Imagine a needle (aguja) with a very sharp point. The word for the point is 'agudo'.

Word Web

Dolor Ingenio Ángulo Sonido Voz Crisis Oído Vista

挑战

Try to use 'agudo' in three different ways today: describe a sound, a pain (real or hypothetical), and a person's comment.

词源

From the Latin 'acutus', which is the past participle of 'acuere' (to sharpen).

原始含义： Sharpened, pointed.

Romance (Latin)

文化背景

Calling someone 'agudo' is positive, but calling their voice 'demasiado aguda' can sometimes imply it is annoying or shrill.

English speakers often use 'sharp' for everything, but must learn to split 'sharp' into 'agudo' (point) and 'afilado' (edge).

The 'acento agudo' in Spanish linguistics. Descriptions of Sherlock Holmes' 'ingenio agudo' in translations. The 'fase aguda' mentioned in news reports during health crises.

在生活中练习

真实语境

Medical

Dolor agudo
Enfermedad aguda
Fase aguda
Cuadro agudo

Music/Sound

Voz aguda
Nota aguda
Sonido agudo
Los agudos

Mathematics

Ángulo agudo
Triángulo acutángulo
Vértice agudo

Personality

Ingenio agudo
Mente aguda
Lengua aguda

Grammar

Palabra aguda
Acento agudo
Sílaba tónica

对话开场白

"¿Alguna vez has tenido un dolor agudo que desapareció de repente?"

"¿Prefieres las voces agudas o las voces graves en los cantantes?"

"¿Quién es la persona más aguda que conoces en tu trabajo?"

"¿Sabes identificar una palabra aguda en español?"

"¿Crees que los perros tienen un oído más agudo que los gatos?"

日记主题

Describe una situación en la que tuviste que usar tu ingenio agudo para resolver un problema difícil.

Escribe sobre un sonido agudo que te resulte molesto y explica por qué.

Compara una enfermedad aguda con una crónica basándote en lo que sabes o has vivido.

¿Qué importancia tiene tener un sentido agudo de la observación en tu carrera profesional?

Escribe sobre un momento en el que una observación aguda de otra persona te sorprendió.

常见问题

10 个问题

In a medical context, yes. However, in music it means high-pitched, and in general conversation it can mean witty or physically pointed. It depends entirely on the noun it follows.

It is better to use 'afilado'. 'Agudo' would imply the tip is sharp, but 'afilado' implies the blade is ready for cutting. Native speakers almost always use 'afilado' for tools.

These are words in Spanish where the natural stress falls on the last syllable. Examples include 'hablar', 'comer', and 'café'. They have specific accentuation rules.

It depends. 'Ingenio agudo' (sharp wit) is a compliment. 'Dolor agudo' (sharp pain) is negative. It simply describes intensity.

You use the plural masculine form: 'los agudos'. The opposite (bass) is 'los graves'.

Yes, it describes someone who is clever, witty, and quick to understand complex situations. It suggests they have a 'sharp' mind.

'Intenso' is general strength. 'Agudo' is a piercing, localized, or sudden type of intensity. A 'dolor agudo' is more specific than a 'dolor intenso'.

Yes, an 'ángulo agudo' is an acute angle, which is less than 90 degrees. This is a very common technical use.

It is a hard 'g' as in 'goat'. It never sounds like the 'g' in 'giant' or the Spanish 'j'.

Yes, it is a four-form adjective: agudo, aguda, agudos, agudas. It must agree with the noun it modifies.

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